For more information on the background of the Oregon Inlet Life-Saving Station, click here Do you want to be part of the heroic rescue of the 1898 Oregon Inlet Life-Saving Station? If so, ‘how to’ will be at the end. But first, a brief background. How the 1898 Station Will Help Hatteras The Outer Banks [...] Island Features | Full Article
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Worrell 1000 will land on Ocracoke Island on Wednesday, May 22
May 13, 2024 | Island Features | By: Joy Crist
One of the most iconic and dangerous sailboat races in the world is heading to Ocracoke Island and Kill Devil Hills with a 50th-anniversary competition that is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever. The Worrell 1000, known for its challenging course and demanding conditions, selected Ocracoke Island as a layover for its [...] Island Features | Full Article
Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum will reopen on May 20 after a yea ...
May 13, 2024 | Island Features | By: Joy Crist
After a years-long renovation project, the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum in Hatteras Village will reopen to the public on May 20, 2024. “We can’t wait to welcome you into our new space, which includes a completely redesigned lobby and gallery with state-of-the-art features and interactive elements that bring our coastal history to life,” stated [...] Island Features | Full Article
At its March meeting, the Dare County Tourism Board unanimously approved the distribution of $298,000 in Event Grants to 29 local Dare County non-profits and two governmental entities, making it easier for these groups to create and hold events that drive overnight visitation to the county during less-than-peak months. For the 2023-24 fiscal year a total [...] Island Features | Full Article
The Secotan Alliance is proud to host its first ever annual event: In the Spirit of Wingina… and Beyond. A starter event at Frisco Native American Museum in Frisco, NC will open the 2 ½ days long full event from 4pm-6pm May 29. The next 2 days of the event will take place May 30-31, [...] Island Features | Full Article
Over 150 people gathered in Dare Arts’ Courtroom Gallery on Sunday, May 5 for the opening reception of the 27th Annual Mollie Fearing Memorial Art Show, which features 77 pieces of work by local and regional artists. Artist and College of the Albemarle art instructor Patrick Berran carefully selected the following award recipients: Best In [...] Island Features | Full Article
By Megan May for Coastal Review Online In the morning hours, Carova Beach is quiet. In a few months, it will be packed with visitors. The popular spot in the Outer Banks is known for its wild horses and remote location, but it’s early March, and the scene is empty apart from seabirds diving, shorebirds [...] Island Features | Full Article
Outer Banks Forever announces the 2024 opening of annual ‘Adopt ...
May 2, 2024 | Island Features | By: Joy Crist
Outer Banks Forever, the official nonprofit partner of the Outer Banks national parks, has opened its annual Adopt A Sea Turtle Nest program for the sea turtle nesting season at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, which occurs from May to October each year. The Adopt A Sea Turtle Nest program launched in 2020 to support projects and programs that protect and [...] Island Features | Full Article
Night Sky: Eta Aquarids meteor shower and more highlights for May
May 2, 2024 | Island Features | By: Gerry Lebing
The Eclipse and the Comet! On April 8, there was a total eclipse of the sun, if you happened to be about 400 miles west of the Outer Banks. Here in Waves, we had a somewhat less exciting experience, but interesting all the same. We saw about 60-65% coverage of the sun. I think a [...] Island Features | Full Article
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